How to Choose the Perfect Wedding Accessories for Your Dress: Written from Cambridge

To quote legendary financier Sanford Weill, "details create the big picture." Though Weill was likely speaking about business, nothing could be more accurate with regards to wedding style. Brides often focus so intently on their gowns that they forget about the significance of details; namely, accessories.

Wedding accessories like headpieces, shoes and jewelry add those special finishing touches to make a standard image of wedding ensemble perfection. But not just any veil or satin heel will perform. With a little little know-how, it is easy to creatively coordinate your look. Here are some tips for coordinating your wedding accessories to match your personal style.

How to Choose the Perfect Wedding Accessories for Your Dress: Written from Cambridge

The Classic

Pearls, veils and chignon chic. The classic bride knows what sherrrd like. After all, she's been planning this wedding from the time she was obviously a girl! She keeps these tidy set of her bridal must-haves saved in her credenza.

• Wrist Length Satin Glove. These simple matte satin wrist length gloves are timeless and elegant.


• Fingertip Length Mantilla Veil. For those with deep, traditional roots. Perfect using the gloves.


• Cathedral length Veil. Another veil option for classic brides. This elegant, 1 tier favorite may be the type she wanted.


• Pearl Set Accented using a Mix of Oval Shaped Crystals. Puts today's twist for the classic pearl set. The crystals add the ideal touch of "something new". Necklace and earring set.


• 3 Strand Pearl Nested Necklace. The quintessential bridal necklace.


• Ballet Flat with Bow. Simple, tasteful, comfortable and dyeable.


• Satin Handbag with Pleats and Rhinestone Keeper. This sophisticated dyeable handbag carries a silver shoulder chain for style and convenience.

Bohemian Chic

Flowing tresses, flowing dresses and flowers galore. This lady could be laid-back, but not with regards to her wedding style. Summer bohemian brides will cherish the lighting, breathable Solid Pashmina Wrap. Winter wedding? Ward off the chill in boho-chic and animal friendly style using the Satin Mid-Length Cape with Faux Fur Trim.

Let flowing hair down and accentuate your tresses with all the Bridal Set of Four Gardenia Flower Hair Coils. These small satin gardenias accented with delicate sprays of Swarovski crystal rhinestones add the best touch of sparkle without getting overdone.

Beach or mountaintop wedding? Walk along the aisle in security in CeeCee flip-flops, having a comfy cushioned wedge sole and a shimmer of rhinestone detailing. Otherwise, pick a Peep Toe d'Orsay heel having a colorful floral print and rosette accent around the front face from the shoe. Carry your necessities however you like using the Victorian Frame Bag. Rich with detailed beading, this convertible (with chain strap) clutch closely resembles a well used heirloom piece.

Modern Maven

Sleek lines, hot trends and magnificence for miles. This urban bride is usually for the cutting edge of fashion, and her bridal ensemble isn't any exception. From her tailored Long Sleeve Satin Bolero Jacket to her Glitter Elongated Clutch, every accessory she selects is polished and striking.

Naturally, knowing all the latest trends, she pairs the Bridal Russian Net Facial Blusher Veil which has a flower comb underneath. The short tulle blusher blends Hollywood glam and metro chic. For the veil-phobic, the Pinwheel Feather Flower Clip with Rhinestone Center could be the perfect option. This large, feathery accent is designed for refined hairstyles requiring simply a single flower.

Speaking of flowers, trendy brides everywhere are donning splashes of color for their wedding wardrobes. All the rage right now: big flowers. The modern maven wears the Flower Pin in crimson red. This bold eye-catcher defies traditional wedding style rules, that is certainly only the way she likes it. This is a woman who loves her shoes. For this fashion forward bride, it's Cyndi by Coloriffics lace-up sandal with 3 1/2" heel. Looks straight beyond a 5th Avenue boutique. Tres magnifique!

Glamour Girl

Tiaras, glitz and sky-high heels. A little bit diva along with a lot delightful, many glamour girls get pegged with all the "bridezilla" label. Deep down, they're simply misunderstood. They know what they need, make sure they obtain it, they're happy. And what, exactly, brings about happy? For one, the Fur Wrap, a stylish faux fur stole that perfectly completes winter months bride's trousseau. Next, needless to say, could be the Stretch Satin Elbow Length Glove. A must in every color for glamour girls of any age.

Shoes, needless to say, are necessary to this beautiful bride. Heels. The higher the better. The Dyeable Satin Platform with Ornament Ring Detail won't disappoint. This stacked platform is hip, saucy and comes with a sparkling rhinestone brooch accent for extra glam power.

Topping off this head-to-toe perfection: the Bridal Open Regal Style Tiara with Crystals. This stunner features Swarovski rhinestone flowers and -bling heaven!- multi-size Swarovski accent rhinestones. Embellishment spans 6 inches and is 1 inch high, allowing her becoming a true princess bride. Whether you fall into one of them categories, or are more the mix and match type, while you are true to your individual style, you'll look positively ravishing on "I do" day.

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